Calling all Lion King fans, Mufasa: The Lion King arrives in theaters today!
The film is a prequel to the 2019 film, The Lion King and similar to that movie, the animation style for Mufasa is photorealistic.
Exploring the unlikely rise of the beloved king of the Pride Lands, “Mufasa: The Lion King” enlists Rafiki to relay the legend of Mufasa to young lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala, with Timon and Pumbaa lending their signature schtick. Told in flashbacks, the story introduces Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost and alone until he meets a sympathetic lion named Taka—the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of an extraordinary group of misfits searching for their destiny—their bonds will be tested as they work together to evade a threatening and deadly foe.
Starring the voice talents of Aaron Pierre (“Genius”), Kelvin Harrison Jr. (“Elvis”), Tiffany Boone (“The Chi”), Mads Mikkelsen (“Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny”), Thandiwe Newton (“Westworld”), Lennie James (“The Walking Dead”), Anika Noni Rose (“Drreamgirls”), Keith David (“The Princess and the Frog”), and more!
Returning as Pumbaa and Timon are voice actors Seth Rogen and Billy Eichner.
Directed by Oscar-winner Barry Jenkins (“Moonlight”), Mufasa: The Lion King is sure to delight audiences of all ages!
“Mufasa: The Lion King” is rated PG.
The runtime is approximately 2 hours
Visit the official movie website here for more information.
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I’m so excited to see this. I’ve always wondered why Scar was so terrible. I can’t wait to see everyone’s backstory!
I’ve always been fascinated with the relationship between Mufasa and Scar. He just seemed so genuinely surprised when Scar murdered him. I’d love to see how that all evolved.
Definitely intend to see! 🦁
It’s great to see Mufasa making a comeback! I’m curious about how they’ll handle the backstory. Definitely interested in catching it in theaters soon.
I am sure that my kids would really enjoy seeing Mufasa Roars. Everything looks amazingly realistic – and it looks like a brilliant prequal.
My daughters cannot wait to see this movie and have been waiting for so long. I love the Lion King franchise including the animated and the live-action versions, we are going to check it out soon!
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I enjoyed watching the Lion King and I can’t wait to watch this one. I know this is a great film as well.
Not seen this yet but it is on our next cinema trip watch list . Looks brilliant
Sounds like Mufasa will be a wonderful movie to watch with my family. Thanks a lot for the recommendation!
We are going to see this in cinema – so excited for another realistic disney movie.
Thank you for sharing your review.